IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL

48301 Romeo Plank Rd.

Macomb, MI 48044
(586)723-3700
Fax (586) 723-3701
www.cvs.k12.mi.us/iroquois
PANTHERS

CHIPPEWA VALLEY SCHOOLS

Mr. Christopher Gardner, Principal

Mrs. Christina Kozouz, Assistant Principal
Mr. Joe Connolly, Assistant Principal

September 8,
2015
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Welcome back! The 8th grade year is all about preparing your student to
succeed in high school and beyond. Now is the time to develop a strong
work ethic and solid study habits. This will be a year of growth and change
and should be an exciting time for your student.
Before anything else, I want you to know that I care deeply about the
learning and well-being of my students. I will always do my best to be as
honest and as fair as I can possibly be with them and with you. I am
excited to work with your students every day and to help them grow into
responsible, kind, and hardworking young adults.
For this reason, I have high expectations for the learning and behavior of
my students. I hope you will trust that I always have your students best
interests (and safety) in mind. Also, please do not hesitate to contact me
with questions or concerns! I want us to work together to help your child.
The best way for us to have constant communication is through the parent
portal. Please let me know if you do not have access.
My goal is to make learning and understanding math easy and fun for all
students. It is through the study of mathematics that your student will
develop critical thinking and reasoning abilities, analytical skills, and
problem solving skills. I love teaching from the CMP3 math program
because it provides an authentic backdrop for learning and applying
essential math skills while fostering the critical thinking and problems
solving skills necessary to succeed in high school, college, and beyond.
Please refer to the back of this letter for a brief list of topics covered in 8th
grade math.
I look forward to working with you and your student to make this a positive
and successful school year!

BE RESPECTFUL, BE RESPONSIBLE & BE SAFE!

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Chippewa Valley Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, genetics, gender, age, disability,
height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant
Superintendent of Human Resources, Chippewa Valley Schools Administration, 19120 Cass Avenue, Clinton Township, MI 48038 Phone: 586-723-2090 / Nondiscrimination inquiries related to
disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (same address) Phone: 586-723-2180

Ms. Matt
8th Grade Math
(586) 723-3815
amatt@cvs.k12.mi.us
www.msmatt.weebly.com
8th Grade Math Report Card Standards
Models of Linear and Inverse Relationships
Use models of linear functions to solve problems. Interpret
key features of linear functions or components of linear
equations in context.
Use tables, graphs and equations to compare linear
functions to nonlinear functions.
Investigate patterns of associations in bivariate data.
Pythagorean Theorem and Real Numbers
Understand the geometric definition for square root or
cube root. Evaluate roots of perfect squares and perfect
cubes.
Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem.
Compare and contrast real numbers as whole, integers,
rational or irrational.
Symbolic Representations
Write equations and expressions to model relationships
between two quantities. Interpret components of the
equations in terms of the situation they model.
Solve linear equations whose solutions require expanding
expressions using the distributive property and combining
like terms.
Solve real-world problems involving volume of cylinders,
cones and spheres.
Systems of Linear Equations
Use the standard form of linear equations to model and
solve problems. Interpret the structure of the equation in
context.
Model, analyze and solve systems of equations by
graphing, substitution, and elimination.
Transformations
Use transformations to justify congruence and similarity of
polygons.

BE RESPECTFUL, BE RESPONSIBLE & BE SAFE!

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Chippewa Valley Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, genetics, gender, age, disability,
height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant
Superintendent of Human Resources, Chippewa Valley Schools Administration, 19120 Cass Avenue, Clinton Township, MI 48038 Phone: 586-723-2090 / Nondiscrimination inquiries related to
disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (same address) Phone: 586-723-2180

Use coordinates to model transformations. Describe the

effects of transformations on two-dimensional figures.
Exponential Functions
Use models of exponential functions to solve problems.
Interpret key features of exponential functions or
components of exponential equations in context.
Write equivalent expressions using properties of
exponents.
Use tables, graphs and equations to compare linear
functions to nonlinear functions.

BE RESPECTFUL, BE RESPONSIBLE & BE SAFE!

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Chippewa Valley Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, genetics, gender, age, disability,
height, weight or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, Assistant
Superintendent of Human Resources, Chippewa Valley Schools Administration, 19120 Cass Avenue, Clinton Township, MI 48038 Phone: 586-723-2090 / Nondiscrimination inquiries related to
disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (same address) Phone: 586-723-2180